The Best Moms Take Care of Themselves Too

May 8, 2017

Life as a mom can be pretty stressful at times. There are kids to take here, there, and everywhere, as well as the normal chores and responsibilities of everyday life. You might work outside of the home too, or run a busy business. So it can be hard to find time to take care of yourself. But to be able to care for your brood as well as you can, you need to make sure that you are taken care of too. As the old saying goes ‘if mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.’ But what can you do as a mom to make sure that you are taking care of yourself? Here are a few ideas for you.

Book in for a Wellness Check

From time to time, having a wellness check, or a general checkup can be a really good idea to help keep you on track. Things like the dentist will be seen a little more often. But when was the last time you saw your doctor or went to somewhere like the chiropractor? When you’re carrying around bags or babies all day, it can take a strain on your body. So taking some time out to check on any aches and pains, or check that you’re all well, can make a massive difference. Book it all in, book a sitter, and make sure that you make the appointments.

It is hard to get to the spa when you’re a mom of little ones, right? But just making sure that you get outside, at least once a day, can make a massive difference to you. Even if it is outside with the kids, being in the fresh air can be good for both body and mind.

Include Exercise

I’m not talking about being the next marathon runner unless you really want to be. But picking some form of exercise that you love, can get you fit, help you to be stronger, as well as act as a great stress reliever. If you can’t get out to a gym, then think about things you can do from home. A yoga workout or exercise DVD can do wonders when done regularly.

Sleep as Much as You Can

It can seem like a bit of an odd thing to say when you have kids, as sleep can be a rare commodity. But it is important to maximize the sleep that you do get. If you have the chance to take a nap or have an early night, then make sure that you do it. People that sleep more are generally more healthy, happier, and even weigh less.

Have A Hobby

We all need something in our life that isn’t ‘mom’ related. So choosing a hobby, if you don’t already have one is a great idea. It might be a craft or something creative, or a book club or running club. Some time to just be you and not mom can help you to take care of yourself and keep you sane.